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UK Genetics Testing Network (UKGTN) data
Summary
| Controller | NHS Digital |
| How we use the information (processing activities) | To analyse activity data from UK Genetics Testing Network (UKGTN) member laboratories to calculate rates of genetic testing for the UK population. |
| Does this contain sensitive (special category) data such as health information? | No |
| Who are recipients of this data? |
See the data release register for more details. |
| Is data transferred outside the UK? | No |
| How long the data is kept | 1 year minimum after no longer required |
| Our lawful basis for holding this data | Legal obligation |
| Your rights |
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| How can you withdraw your consent? |
Consent not the basis for processing |
| Is the data subject to decisions made solely by computers? (automated decision making) | No |
| Where does this data come from? | Collection of laboratory reports from UK Genetics Testing Network (UKGTN) member labs |
| The legal basis for collecting this data | Legal obligation (Direction) and management of health and social care systems |
